317 titles

Sifu

PS5PS4steam

Sloclap

Genre: 格闘アクション

Game Overview

Sifu builds its brawler around aging — dying adds years that increase damage dealt but reduce health. The counter and parry system rewards precise timing over button mashing. GPA scores it high on Action and Difficulty, with a low Beginner score reflecting the commitment the parry system demands before it feels rewarding.

Game Characteristics

Action

90%

High Difficulty

90%

Graphics

80%

Existential Themes

55%

Emotional Story

50%

Story Depth

50%

Dystopian Setting

30%

Dark

30%

Target Audience

Recommended for: Intermediates to Advanceds (scores ≥ 50 indicate a good fit)

Beginner

Intermediate

50 ✓

Advanced

90 ✓

Keywords

中国武術老いる仕組み精密格闘インディーリプレイ必至

Gameplay Profile Chart

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Action

90%

High Difficulty

90%

Graphics

80%

Existential Themes

55%

Emotional Story

50%

Story Depth

50%

Dystopian Setting

30%

Dark

30%

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About "Sifu"

Game Composition (GPA Analysis)

SIFU（シフー） leads with its 格闘アクション identity, anchored by the core feel of "Sifu builds its brawler around aging — dying adds years that increase damage dealt but reduce health." The headline profile reads Action 90% / High Difficulty 90% / Graphics 80%, making it a strong pick for fans of Action and High Difficulty. Oriented toward experienced players looking to push their limits.

Characteristics & Analysis

Our editorial team scored "SIFU（シフー）" by using its feel of 中国武術, 老いる仕組み, and 精密格闘 as the primary lens, weighting Action and High Difficulty most heavily. Top similar titles include "Neva（ネバ）", "セレステ（Celeste）", "Phantom Blade Zero".